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The Ape and the LeopardIn The Ape and the Leopard, Jean de La Fontaine offers a collection of witty and insightful fables composed in verse. Through the use of animal characters like the deceptive ape... | 59 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Jupiter and the Traveller"Jupiter and the Traveller" is a collection of insightful fables written by Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around a traveler who seeks Jupiter's help for his journey,... | 70 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Fraudulent Trustee"The Fraudulent Trustee" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of engaging stories that explore the themes of trust, deception, and betrayal. The book draws readers into a world... | 23 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Oyster and Its Claimants"The Oyster and Its Claimants" is an abstract fable by Jean de La Fontaine which explores the themes of greed, conflict, and justice through the argument between two individuals... | 28 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Democritus and the AbderaniansDemocritus and the Abderanians is a literary work by Jean de La Fontaine that uses the Greek philosopher, Democritus, as a central figure to explore the concept of human folly.... | 75 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Cat and the Rat"The Cat and the Rat" is a classic fable by Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around the cunning cat and the naive rat, and their interactions within their animal kingdom.... | 20 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Madman Who Sold WisdomThe Madman Who Sold Wisdom is a humorous and intriguing fable by Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around a madman who, instead of selling usual goods, decides to sell... | 19 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Education"Education" by Jean de La Fontaine is not a traditional book but a compilation of the author's fables which are noted for their wisdom and moral lessons. Through engaging and... | 63 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Two Pigeons"The Two Pigeons" is a poetic fable by Jean de La Fontaine. It explores the themes of love, freedom, wanderlust, and the dangers inherent in exploration. In essence, the story is... | 23 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Falcon and the Capon"The Falcon and the Capon" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that uses animal characters to reflect human behaviour. The story explores a tamed falcon who refuses to hunt capons,... | 20 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Jupiter and the Thunderbolts"Jupiter and the Thunderbolts" by Jean de La Fontaine is a metaphorical tale inspired by Greek mythology. The story spins around Jupiter, the king of gods, who is discontent with... | 66 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Wolf and the Hunter"The Wolf and the Hunter" is a tale by Jean de La Fontaine that uses anthropomorphized characters to depict the complex relationship between a wolf and a hunter. The storyline... | 24 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Advantage of Being Clever"The Advantage of Being Clever" is a collection of fables by Jean de La Fontaine that explores moral lessons through charming and witty tales. It underscores the importance of... | 66 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Two Dogs and the Dead AssThe Two Dogs and the Dead Ass by Jean de La Fontaine is a fable which tells a story of two dogs who find a dead donkey. It explores the theme of greed and folly, highlighting that... | 19 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Ass and the DogThe Ass and the Dog is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that explores themes of friendship, survival, and societal roles. The story revolves around an ass and a dog who embark on a... | 62 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Torrent and the River"The Torrent and the River" is a profound compilation of elegantly crafted fables by Jean de La Fontaine. The book delivers relatable messages about life, nature, and human... | 16 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Horoscope"The Horoscope" is a classic tale where the author, Jean de La Fontaine, unravels the paradoxes of human life in a simple yet profound manner. The story revolves around a devoted... | 20 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Bashaw and the Merchant"The Bashaw and the Merchant" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that encapsulates themes of business ethics, fairness, and wisdom. The story unfolds around an unjust Bashaw (a... | 19 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Funeral of the Lioness"The Funeral of the Lioness" is not a standalone book, but rather, it is one of the famed fables written by French poet Jean de La Fontaine. This fable, like many of his others,... | 21 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Rat and the ElephantThe Rat and the Elephant is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that underlines the moral that size does not define importance. The story narrates an encounter between a rat and an... | 32 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Pig, the Goat, and the Sheep"The Pig, the Goat, and the Sheep" is a fable tale written by Jean de La Fontaine. It follows the story of three farm animals - a pig, a goat, and a sheep - and their interactions... | 20 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Two Friends"The Two Friends" is a short story by Jean de La Fontaine that explores the themes of friendship, loyalty, and sacrifice. It tells the story of two close friends who go into the... | 19 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Rat and the Oyster"The Rat and the Oyster" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that conveys moral lessons through a cleverly woven tale. The story is about a rat who, having only experienced life in... | 29 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Joker and the FishesThe Joker and the Fishes is a compelling collection of fables centered on the fascinating relationship, interplay, and implications between the cunning joker and the world of... | 22 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Tircis and AmaranthTircis and Amaranth is a book by Jean de La Fontaine that unfolds a tale of romantic love and tragedy. Set in a pastoral background, it follows the emotional journey of two... | 39 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Woman and the Secret"The Woman and the Secret" by Jean de La Fontaine is a collection of fables that revolve around the theme of secrets and the consequences that arise from holding or revealing... | 31 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Man and the Flea"The Man and the Flea" by Jean de La Fontaine is a satirical fable that explores the power dynamics and standards of justice in society. Through the interaction between a flea and... | 21 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Bear and the Amateur of Gardening"The Bear and the Amateur of Gardening" is a captivating story that utilizes animal characters to deliver a meaningful life lesson. The narrative showcases Jean de La Fontaine's... | 29 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Power of FablesThe Power of Fables is a collection of moralistic tales by French poet Jean de La Fontaine. The stories, often featuring animals and mythical creatures as their primary... | 22 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
Death and the Dying Man"Death and the Dying Man" is a philosophical book written by Jean de La Fontaine exploring the concept of mortality. Through eloquent prose and comprehensive insights, the author... | 73 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Dog Which Carried Round His Neck His Master's Dinner"The Dog Which Carried Round His Neck His Master's Dinner" is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine. It tells the story of a dog who carried his master's meal around his neck, only to... | 16 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |
The Head and the Tail of the Serpent"The Head and the Tail of the Serpent" by Jean de La Fontaine is a part of La Fontaine's well-known collection, Fables. This particular fable is a tale about a snake with a... | 17 Views added 1 year ago | Rating |